I bought this wheel as a short term stopgap to cover a winter wheel rebuild. The RS100 turned up very promptly and well packed...and was perfectly true out of the box. The scales of truth showed ~1.1kg, so only ~100g above the current wheel which cost over 5 times more. I have now given the wheel a good thrashing inc. very some undulating parcours (rides like 70 miles with 7,000 ft of climbing, or a flat 50 thrash) on some mucky/bumpy roads and the wheel took everything in all conditions with ease. It felt fine for climbing (no flex but I am only 10st), and given the time of year, no real drag when speeding along. Braking was very steady when combined with good brakes/blocks. So, less that £60 for a wheel, shockingly good...so it would be churlish to make any criticism...but since you ask I would just add that the wear dot is not that deep so I cannot see this wheel lasting too many seasons if used over rough winters and ridden in the muck. However, that is what I have my handbuilts for. This wheel has admirably done its job and will now go back in the box to cover the next time I need it, and I will have no hesitation about fitting it and getting out for a spin.
Product Details
As affordable, reliable and fast entry-level wheels go it does not get much better than the Shimano RS100 Rear Clincher Wheel. Ideal for a range of cycling disciplines, the 24mm deep, 17mm internal width rim has an offset profile and a wear indicator. The rim is laced to a robust Shimano hub by 24 stainless steel spokes. A 700c wheel, the alloy construction keeps weight down, yet the build is stiff and strong.
Compatible with Shimano 8/9/10/11-speed cassettes, the black finish and subtle Shimano graphics make this the perfect addition to any road, cyclocross or time trial bike. Great for a winter wheel to deal with harsher weather or as a turbo trainer specific wheel.
Features
- Rear clincher wheel
- Size: 700c
- Alloy rim
- Rim wear indicator allows safe detection of worn rim
- Rim depth: 24mm deep rim / offset profile / QR axle
- Rim width (internal): 17mm
- Hub dimensions: 10x130mm
- Axle type: 130mm QR
- The hub uses angular contact bearings designed to cradle the balls giving both radial and lateral support for superior strength and durability in real-world riding conditions
- Spoke count: 24, stainless steel
- Compatibility: 8/9/10/11-speed Shimano
- Manufactures claimed weight: 1,100g
- Includes rear quick-release skewer
Specifications
- Brake Interface
- Rim
- Discipline Compatibility
- Road
- Freehub Standard
- HG
- Wheel Size
- 700C
- Axle Standard
- 12x100
- F Hub [Maker]
- Shimano
- Family
- Shimano 105
- Intended Use
- Endurance
- R Hub [Maker]
- Shimano
- Wheel [Position]
- Rear
- Wheel Size Compatibility
- 700C
- Wheels [Configuration]
- Rear
- Wheels [Kinds]
- Clincher
- Wheelset [Inner Width]
- 17 mm
- Wheelset [Maker]
- Shimano
- Wheelset [Material]
- Aluminium
- Wheelset [Model]
- WH-RS100
- Product code
- 263381 / 54296218206554
Reviews
Circular and robust. What’s not to like for commuting into London?
Shipping & Returns
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Q & A
23 questions, 20 answered
What is the wear indicator - grooves in the rim? Thanks.
HI there, It is a drilled hole in the brake surface, Many thanks Joe W
Hi, Width matches my frame; will this fit cassette - Shimano HG-50 12-25, 9spd? Thanks.
Hi there, Yes these wheels will work with this cassette, Many thanks Joe W
Hi, Can you tell me if the wheel comes with rim tape fitted, as the photo seems to show it without any ?
Hi Frank, This will come with a rim strip to fit, Many thanks Joe W
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